What would cause a Mazda 3 not to start?
While there are a variety of reasons your Mazda 3 won’t start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
Why does my car have troubles starting?
If your vehicle won’t start, it’s usually caused by a dying or dead battery, loose or corroded connection cables, a bad alternator or an issue with the starter. It can be hard to determine if you’re dealing with a battery or an alternator problem.
Why does my Mazda 3 keep stalling?
Common reasons for this to happen: Low fuel pressure, dirty or defective fuel injectors, or broken fuel pump: The fuel pump is responsible for transferring fuel from the tank to the engine. Loose or corroded wires in wiring harness: An inconsistently firing ignition will result in an easily stalled engine.
How do you force start a Mazda 3?
The engine starts by pressing the push button start while depressing the clutch pedal (manual transaxle) or the brake pedal (automatic transaxle). To switch the ignition position, press the push button start without depressing the pedal. Do not leave the ignition switched ON while the engine is not running.
How do you reset the throttle body on a Mazda 3?
Reconnect the battery and turn the key on but do not start the engine. Immediately depress the throttle to the floor (wide open throttle) 3 times. This will set the TPS angle.
Why does my Mazda 3 not start up?
Some of the Mazda3’s and 6’s at work do this. Usually on warmer days for some reason. Also, the Mazda3’s with a 3 instead of a J in the VIN have a hard time holding a charge and will sometimes not start whether or not the battery is flat.
What’s the problem with my 2010 Mazda3?
No idea if it’s the alarm/immobilizer, battery, or something else. It’s a 2010 Mazda3. I’m hoping to avoid towing it to the Mazda dealership, although at this rate, it looks like I might have to. -Car wouldn’t start; it cranked, but wouldn’t catch.
How can I tell if my Mazda 3 has a ignition problem?
So I figured the car must not have detected the key within its proximity (I had no idea how I came to that conclusion at the time) and I just exit the car and walk a sure distance away from it to where I know it wouldn’t registrar the key and simply walk back into it. Sure enough the key light on the dash lit up and everything seemed to work fine.
What’s the average mileage of a Mazda 3?
My mileage as recorded on Fuelly is at an average of 41.3 mpg during the first 1000 miles. I drive it mostly on longer highway trips. It’s a great car in every respect except for the one problem cited above. Thanks for any help. Might just be a faulty battery. Have it tested or ask the dealership for a trial batt swap.